CrossFit Diaries

It's been 5 weeks since I started Crossfit. I'm definitely addicted. I feel bad when I don't go 5 days a week. I've managed to do that for the last 5 weeks. My goal is at least 4.

I've had a chance to do a WOD with all the trainers and they have all been great.

The variability, camaraderie and the accomplishment keeps me coming back.




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Quickie

I have realized that I'm not cut out for Whole30 and moved on to what I call 80% Paleo. On most days I don't indulge on wheat an dairy but reserve my right to have rice once in awhile. :)

I almost broke down and had frozen French bread pizza then decided to try a recipe I found on Nom Nom Paleo. She modified the original recipe a bit and added fish sauce, cilantro and mushrooms. I forgot I had mushrooms so my meatballs didn't have them. I sautéed spinach and mushrooms to go with that.




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I've caught a bug

The name of that bug is Crossfit. Thanks to the encouragement from my friends at CR8 Crossfit, I am now a big fan.

I signed up with Crossfit Tracy in mid April and I still look forward to going at least 4 days a week. I push for 5 though.

If you haven't heard of crossfit, check it out at the links above and also at www.crossfit.com


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Stars

Do you see the stars?

I fell in love with these after seeing them on fellow bloggers. I was sad when they were sold out online (probably because it was on sale). I managed to add it to my wishlist after reading some tips on Effortless Anthropologie and it magically appeared as available a few days later. Here they are. Happy Feet!

bad bad bad

I logged on to post and realized that it's been more than a  year since I last posted.

Little X is not so little anymore. He went from being a tiny 8 lb 7oz baby

to a 26 lb bundle of energy

Our family and home have been turned upside down but all for the best. A year ago we were busy preparing for baby X and now we are busy preparing for his 1st birthday. I've let a lot of things go around the house. I keep it clean but piles keep piling up. My dining room table has become the mail sorting area. In my efforts to keep the kitchen counter clear, the mail has moved to the dining room table, which hasn't seen any real action since August 2009 - we had a sit down anniversary dinner there. Nowadays all our meals happen in our kitchen/family room.

Finding inspiration

I've been thinking a lot about the Boys' rooms. We will have two boys soon. We've been a family of three for quite some time and we're ready to expand. I'm not sure if our bank accounts are ready for the expansion but we'll figure it out.

Our house is filled with bins and boxes. We stopped by Ikea last week and bought a new stand for our room. Our master bedroom is finally starting to look put together. Not bad after almost four years. I've finally parted with a bunch of stuff that I've been holding on too. I don't think I'll need my insurance bill from 2006. The shredder has been really busy.

I've cleared out Joshua's closet and dresser of his clothes that don't fit and have appropriately put them in away in marked bins. The bins are still upstairs so Chris can do one big haul. We don't plan on repainting the baby's room. I think blue will work for the baby. We don't plan on buying a crib either as we still have Joshua's co-sleeper. I did order these wall stickers to soften up the room.

and

We put the stickers below in their bathroom

I've been inspired by Brooke's blog and the room she created for baby. Over 90% of the room is used or handmade. I'm hoping to find a nice dresser or changing table through craigslist or maybe the Alameda Flea Market.

Test Run

I must have eaten something that wasn't right because I did not feel well on Wednesday. Diarrhea and stomach cramping. I called the advice nurse just to check in with them and she advised that I be monitored to make sure these are not uterine contractions.

I ended up staying the night as I had ketones in my urine, low potassium and PVCs while monitoring my heart rate.

I was told ketones are a sign of dehydration and they fixed that by loading me up with IV fluids. The fixed the potassium issue with potassium laden IV fluids and oral potassium. The PVCs are not easily fixable. I have an appointment with my cardiologist tomorrow and an echocardiogram. They'll monitor me and I'll give an update on what my doctor says.

I've been home the past few days and am back to feeling good. I haven't felt like walking or exercising as much. I should get back in to it. My blood sugar is looking good though.

Almost there

I've ben meaning to blog but have been occupied with so many other things. My life has been crazy the past few weeks.

Here's a quick summary -

• Been to the doctor or diabetic nurse every week.
• Confirmed that we're having another boy.
• Been busy watching what I eat, keeping my carbs low and checking my blood sugar.
• Started insulin. I'm up to 14 units at night. 
• Started preparing for the baby.
• Busy working
• Back at the gym

I definitely look pregnant now and not just fat. I've gained about 15-20 pounds. My diabetic nurse would love it if I stopped gaining weight but I just can't stop myself from eating sweet stuff. I haven't completely eliminated them from my diet but am definitely enjoying them in moderation.

I have found that my patience is growing thin especially when it comes to my family. I'm sorry! That's just the way I am. I play the "I'm pregnant" card all the time with Josh and Chris. It always works. I don't think I should be carrying that 30 pound storage bin up and down the stairs. hmmm.

I'm packing up Joshua's old clothes and toys and storing them in the garage. We're moving him over to his play room and the baby will be in his old room. This was his idea awhile back.

In the next few weeks, I'll be seeing my cardiologist and having an echo. I don't have very much to go. I pray and tell my body that my heart must stay healthy throughout. I know I'll make it through with visions of holding our new baby in my arms and many wonderful memories the four of us will have.

I really like

Now that we know we are having a boy and I've reached the 1/2 way mark. I've started looking at baby items.

We started a target registry for the basic items. I'm also in love with the following items at BabyGap. I'm hoping a friends and family event will come up soon so that I can pick they special items up for the little one. I kept some of Joshie's baby clothes that were close to my heart but gave the rest of his baby clothes to my friends who were having boys.

Here are Chris and my favorite pieces -